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Umbaran MHC (Mobile Heavy Cannon)

Name: LEGO Umbaran MHC (Mobile Heavy Cannon) 75013
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 75013
Rating: 4.51 (30 reviews)

82 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2012493 pcsHigh agreement · 93%

Expert reviews

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Owner ratings

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"A Highly Recommended Clone Wars set anchored by four exclusive minifigures, including a landmark Ahsoka Tano redesign, that earns 4.51/5 from owners with 95% recommending it. The articulated six-legged walker and powerful spring cannon make this a top-tier entry from the 2012 wave."

The 2012 Star Wars set 75013 Umbaran MHC earns a BrickScore of 82.4 (Highly Recommended), driven by an exceptional minifigure lineup and strong play features in a 493-piece package that originally retailed at $49.99. Owners are nearly unanimous in their praise: 30 LEGO.com reviews give it 4.51 out of 5, with 95% recommending it and play experience rated an outstanding 4.7 out of 5. Both expert and casual reviewers agree the four exclusive minifigures, including the much-anticipated Ahsoka Tano redesign, are the primary draw, with the articulated six-legged walker and swiveling spring-loaded cannon rounding out a highly playable set.

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LOVED (7)

01Four exclusive minifigures: Ahsoka Tano (Season 4 redesigned outfit with two green lightsabers), 212th Clone Trooper, and two Umbaran Soldiers with rare lavender heads
02Ahsoka Tano figure consistently described as a long-awaited and well-executed minifig
03Six posable legs on the walker provide satisfying movement and multiple stance options
04Spring-loaded cannon that swivels 360 degrees and tilts up and down, described as powerful and fun
05Both Umbaran Soldiers fit inside the vehicle: one in the front cockpit, one in the rear
06Faithful accuracy to Clone Wars Season 4 Umbaran episodes
07Good price-to-piece ratio at $0.101 per piece for the time

CRITICIZED (6)

01Repetitive build process, particularly building all six legs simultaneously
0211 stickers required, which some reviewers dislike
03212th Clone Trooper color is lighter/more yellow than the darker orange of Commander Cody, noted as inaccurate
04Umbaran visor colors are purple in the set but should be green per the show
05The undercarriage swivel handle sits too close to the ground to use comfortably
06Middle legs on both sides have less range of motion than the outer legs

What reviewers are saying

"it has 4493 pieces and when it was released cost just $50 however today on sites like eBay it'll cost you at least $200 to get one brand new in box"

MandRproductions

"The Star Wars universe is chocked full of Walkers isn't it I love that about it I think it's a really great decision to have a lot of walking stuff"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

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BUY

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BUY

"it has 4493 pieces and when it was released cost just $50 however today on sites like eBay it'll cost you at least $200 to get one brand new in box"

Key Pros

✓Excellent minifigure selection with Ahsoka and Clone Wars characters
✓Outstanding cannon articulation and firing mechanism
✓Well-designed crew compartments at front and back

Key Cons

✕212th Clone trooper colored incorrectly in yellow instead of orange
✕build process somewhat repetitive with six identical leg constructions

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BUY

"The Star Wars universe is chocked full of Walkers isn't it I love that about it I think it's a really great decision to have a lot of walking stuff"

Key Pros

✓Sturdy construction with excellent leg articulation
✓Multiple pose options through ratcheted joints and flexible hinge design
✓Spring-loaded cannon with multi-directional aiming capability

Key Cons

✕Lego Clone Wars face design generally doesn't translate well to minifigure form (personal opinion)
✕Ahsoka minifigure design not preferred by reviewer

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Value drivers

MandRproductions: Ahsoka with unique printing and dual-sided head; Umbaran Soldiers as exclusive Clone Wars characters

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Umbaran helmets (white color) valued for custom builders

Exclusivity

MandRproductions: Wide retail (2013 LEGO Star Wars standard release)

Resale

MandRproductions: Strong aftermarket value growth from original $50 to $200+ NIB

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (3)

Ahsoka Tano (Padawan) - Reddish Brown Backless Vest with Necklace and Belt

$41

Clone Trooper, 212th Attack Battalion (Phase 2) - Bright Light Orange Arms, Large Eyes

$23

Umbaran Soldier

$12

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Technic joints used on leg assembly
not used in many if any other LEGO Star Wars sets outside of this one from reviewer's memory
Control panel stickers on front compartment
believed to be unique stickers for control panels never used on any other set
Umbaran helmet (white color)Value
Originally exclusive to collectible minifigure line; now accessible through this set; highly useful for custom sci-fi and custom Lego City builds
Large Technic-style cannon piece
Spring-loaded projectile launcher with articulated aiming capability

What Owners Say · summarized from 30 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners love the exclusive minifigures and vehicle design, especially Ahsoka and the Umbaran soldiers, but find the cannon undersized for the price and report durability issues with the posable legs.

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